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Celebrating Canada's Safety Innovators

The Safety Excellence Awards honor organizations, leaders, and teams who are redefining Occupational Health & Safety (OHS).

Date: May 27, 2025
Time: 8:30 AM-3:30 PM
Venue: Hilton Conference Centre, 8500 Warden Ave., Markham, ON L6G 1A5

Our Awards

Award Categories

4S Safety Champion of the Year

This award celebrates a senior leader who goes beyond job expectations to drive safety excellence across their organization. From inspiring change to building systems, this individual has made a lasting impact on how safety is viewed, valued, and practiced. Their leadership directly contributes to reducing risk, increasing engagement, and building a sustainable safety culture.

Finalists of this category are

  • Lauranna Ji
  • David Prazeres
  • Barbara Gorczyk
  • James Kennedy
  • Gena
  • Jennifer Mucha
  • Nicole Foote
  • Shari Barrette

4SafeCom Innovation in Safety Excellence Award

This award recognizes an organization that has strategically adopted 4SafeCom—or similar digital safety platforms—to elevate its occupational health and safety (OHS) practices. From implementation to integration, the winner will demonstrate how technology has transformed not only processes but also safety culture. Whether through automation, mobile reporting, or predictive tools, this award honours measurable outcomes such as enhanced employee participation, improved compliance, and reductions in incidents.

Finalists of this category are

  • Rankin Construction Inc
  • Gazolla
  • Media Resources
  • Verly Construction Group
  • Beumer Group
Professionals networking at 4S Horizon Event.

Emerging Safety Luminary

This award recognizes a rising star in the OHS field—someone early in their career who is already making a difference. With less than five years of experience, they’ve shown initiative, innovation, and a passion for creating safer workplaces. Whether through hands-on programs, training efforts, or creative advocacy, they are the future of workplace safety.

Finalists of this category are

  • Roshna Jesuthasan
  • Sam Perez Montoya
  • Maanvi Sharma
  • Stephanie Clark
  • Heather Robertson
  • Tim Monk

Future Ready to Safety Leadership

This award is presented to an organization that exemplifies what it means to lead with safety at the core of business decisions. The winning organization will demonstrate how leadership prioritizes safety investments, empowers teams to take ownership, and directly engages in incident prevention and response. This award honours organizations that don't just manage safety — they embed it into communication, accountability, and long-term vision.

Finalists of this category are

  • Yarl Metal Fabrication
  • Direct Construction Ltd
  • Lexan Electrical Inc
  • SBWW
  • Boyer Auto Group

Exemplary Health & Safety Culture Award

This award celebrates organizations that have deeply embedded health and safety as a core value—at every level of their workforce. The winner will exemplify a culture where safety is lived, not just legislated. With engaged teams, visible leadership, continuous learning, and creative safety initiatives, this organization will demonstrate that safety is not just a priority—it’s a part of who they are.

Finalists of this category are

  • Planet Paper Box
  • John Eek & Sons
  • Direct Construction Ltd
  • Precise Parklink Ltd
  • Hermanns

Our Awards

Award Categories

4S Safety Champion of the Year

This award celebrates a senior leader who goes beyond job expectations to drive safety excellence across their organization. From inspiring change to building systems, this individual has made a lasting impact on how safety is viewed, valued, and practiced. Their leadership directly contributes to reducing risk, increasing engagement, and building a sustainable safety culture.

Finalists of this category are

  • Lauranna Ji
  • David Prazeres
  • Barbara Gorczyk
  • James Kennedy
  • Gena
  • Jennifer Mucha
  • Nicole Foote
  • Shari Barrette

4SafeCom Innovation in Safety Excellence Award

This award recognizes an organization that has strategically adopted 4SafeCom—or similar digital safety platforms—to elevate its occupational health and safety (OHS) practices. From implementation to integration, the winner will demonstrate how technology has transformed not only processes but also safety culture. Whether through automation, mobile reporting, or predictive tools, this award honours measurable outcomes such as enhanced employee participation, improved compliance, and reductions in incidents.

Finalists of this category are

  • Rankin Construction Inc
  • Gazolla
  • Media Resources
  • Verly Construction Group
  • Beumer Group

Emerging Safety Luminary

Individual Award:

This award recognizes a rising star in the OHS field—someone early in their career who is already making a difference. With less than five years of experience, they’ve shown initiative, innovation, and a passion for creating safer workplaces. Whether through hands-on programs, training efforts, or creative advocacy, they are the future of workplace safety.

Finalists of this category are

  • Roshna Jesuthasan
  • Sam Perez Montoya
  • Maanvi Sharma
  • Stephanie Clark
  • Heather Robertson
  • Tim Monk

Future Ready to Safety Leadership

This award is presented to an organization that exemplifies what it means to lead with safety at the core of business decisions. The winning organization will demonstrate how leadership prioritizes safety investments, empowers teams to take ownership, and directly engages in incident prevention and response. This award honours organizations that don't just manage safety — they embed it into communication, accountability, and long-term vision.

Finalists of this category are

  • Yarl Metal Fabrication
  • Direct Construction Ltd
  • Lexan Electrical Inc
  • SBWW
  • Boyer Auto Group

Exemplary Health & Safety Culture Award

 This award celebrates organizations that have deeply embedded health and safety as a core value—at every level of their workforce. The winner will exemplify a culture where safety is lived, not just legislated. With engaged teams, visible leadership, continuous learning, and creative safety initiatives, this organization will demonstrate that safety is not just a priority—it’s a part of who they are.

Finalists of this category are

  • Planet Paper Box
  • John Eek & Sons
  • Direct Construction Ltd
  • Precise Parklink Ltd
  • Hermanns

Premium Sponsors

WSIB Ontario logo – supporting workplace safety and injury prevention across Ontario through education and rebates

Presenting Sponsor

WSIB supports Ontario businesses in creating safer workplaces through education, rebates, and strategic partnerships.

4SafeCom platform interface – revolutionizing workplace safety through technology and digital compliance tools

Innovation Partner

4SafeCom showcases how technology can transform safety compliance, training, and reporting across industries.

Industry Partner ORBA – Supporting Ontario Road Builders

Industry Partner

ORBA supports Ontario's road builders through advocacy, safety initiatives, and workforce development to advance sustainable infrastructure.

Sherrard Kuzz LLP logo – providing expert legal guidance for employers on workplace safety and compliance

Legal Insights Partner

Sherrard Kuzz LLP brings clarity to employer obligations with practical legal guidance during our featured webinar.

Booth Sponsor

Edgewood Health Network Canada - Mental Health and Addiction Treatment

Lunch Sponsor

Inforcelife - Safety Management and Training Solutions

Table Sponsors

Flint Packaging - Custom Corrugated Boxes and Packaging Solutions
Trinity Enterprise Inc. - Sponsor of 4S New Horizons in Safety 2025
Kanish & Partners - Sponsor of 4S New Horizons in Safety 2025
Icon Digital logo - Sponsor of 4S New Horizons in Safety Event, May 27
Best Buy Insurance logo – trusted Ontario insurance broker since 1946
Frequently Asked Questions - Workplace Safety & Compliance

Frequently Asked Questions?

Business leaders, safety professionals, HR managers, compliance officers, and policymakers looking to enhance workplace safety and risk management. 

After registering, you will receive an email with a workshop selection form. 

Yes, self-nominations and nominations for others are both welcome. 

Tickets are non-refundable but transferable. Contact us for assistance. 

Reserve Your Seat Before It’s Too Late!

Breakfast Session

$120
  • Keynote and Panel Discussion
  • Government & Industry Speakers
  • Awards Ceremony
  • Networking Opportunities
  • Includes Breakfast
  • Save 15% on 3+ tickets - Code: GROUP15

Full Day + Workshops

$189
  • Keynote and Panel Discussion
  • Government & Industry Speakers
  • Awards Ceremony
  • 2 Hands-On Workshops
  • Certificate of Participation
  • Includes Breakfast and Lunch
  • Save 15% on 3+ tickets - Code: GROUP15
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